Jibril Rajoub, head of the Palestinian Football Assn., described the team's visit as “a historic moment for the Palestinian people” and “a step toward achieving peace in the region.”

Similar events are planned Sunday in Israel.

FC Barcelona President Sandro Rosell said he was happy that his team's visit came with the start of peace talks between Palestinians and Israelis, adding that his team “would do anything ... to help the peace process.”